OBITUARIES
Mary J. Johnson
Jan 8, 2025
Age 71 of White Bear Lake, formerly of Hinckley, passed away unexpectedly on January 8, 2025. Mary lived a life full of deep love for her family and caring for others. Her greatest joy and proudest accomplishment were being a mother to her three daughters.
Preceded in death by her parents, Donald and Anna Mae (Duffy) Miller, as well as her...
Zuriel M. Cushing
Jan 8, 2025
Age 25, of St. Paul, passed away unexpectedly on January 8, 2025.
Survived by parents, Jackie & Rich Evans; sister, Cionna Cushing; brother, Richard Evans II; grandmother, Lori Ritt; grandfather, Scott Cushing; and a host of family & friends.
Z grew up in St. Paul, attended Como High School and graduated from MNIC (Class of 2017). He loved to play football and...
Wayne Arthur Nyberg
Jan 7, 2025
Wayne Arthur Nyberg of Cumberland, Wisconsin passed on Tuesday January 7, 2025 in Forest Lake, MN. He was born January 24, 1939.
Wayne served in the United States Air Force from 1959-1964. He found the love of his life, Joyce Johnson, and they were married on March 5, 1960. He was especially proud of his career as a Sheet Metal worker....
Robert John Ballis
Jan 6, 2025
Age 43, of St. Paul, passed away following a brief illness on January 6, 2025.
Preceded in death by parents, Linda Roppe & Bob Ballis; stepfather, Larry Roppe; and brother, John Paul Ballis.
Survived by life partner, Ashleigh Towers; son, Dylan Chase Ballis; brother, Herb (Amy) Ballis; nieces, Katelynn & Jennifer Ballis; stepmother, Pam Ballis; stepsiblings, Nicole Hinkle, Jessica Mapel, Russell Helfritz;...
Diana Mary De Arment
Jan 5, 2025
Nee Lasky – Age 82.
Passed away peacefully in her sleep on Sunday, January 5, 2025.
Diana pursued her passion for growing orchids and gardening as well as her love for animals, from her dogs to horses to the bird feeders in her yard.
Preceded in death by her husband, Harold, who was a colonel in the U.S. Army; her parents, Frank & Arline Lasky;...
Donna R. Ricke
Jan 5, 2025
Donna R. Ricke, age 65 of Roseville, passed away January 5, 2025.
Preceded in death by parents, Ruben and Mabel; brother, Steve; and sister, Robin.
Survived by brother, Roger (Rosemary) Ricke; sister, Sheila (Butch) Helling; lifelong loyal friend, Collette Havila; many nieces and nephews.
Private family services.
Carol L. Morgan
Jan 5, 2025
Age 65, of Shoreview
Passed away peacefully at home with her loving family by her side on January 5, 2025 from an aggressive round of cancer.
Preceded in death by her soulmate husband, Rodney Morgan; parents, Jim & Millie Johnson; mother-in-law, Muriel (Woolley) Morgan; brother, Dale Johnson; brothers-in-law, Keith Morgan, Terry Morgan, Harm Kuiper Sr.; and sister-in-law, Stasha Kuiper.
Survived by her children, Rhiannon (Steve) Sklavenitis,...
Lois Diane Stoddard
Jan 5, 2025
Deedee passed away on January 5, 2025 at age 87.
She was born on February 1, 1937 to Dr. and Mrs. Russell (Lois) Sterner. Her mother passed after her birth, so Deedee lived for a time with her maternal grandparents, Frank and Lillian Jensen, in White Bear Lake. Her father remarried (Virginia Cooper) and Deedee was then raised by her parents.
She...
Norman R. Sessing
Jan 3, 2025
Age 96 of Maplewood, MN; died January 3, 2025.
Norman was preceded in death by his infant daughter, Beverly; son, Ward; and wife of 72 years, Bernice.
Survived by daughter, Orreen (Gary) Nottom; son, Rodney (Diane) Sessing; daughter in-law, Margie Sessing; daughter, Mary (Walter) Lehne; 12 grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren; and six great-great grandchildren.
Norm’s elementary education was in a one room country school....
Bruce R. Mosimann
Jan 3, 2025
Our beloved Bruce Mosimann, age 81, passed away peacefully on January 3, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. Bruce was a man known for his strength, compassion, and vibrant personality. He was a dedicated husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend. Bruce leaves behind a legacy of kindness, hard work, and a deep love for the people in his life.
Bruce is...
John Thomas Morris
Jan 2, 2025
Age 39, of Roseville, passed away at home, unexpectedly, on January 2, 2025.
Preceded in death by mother, Kathleen.
Survived by father, Thomas; sisters, Alysyn & Erin; and niece, Ava.
John was known for his friendly nature and love of conversation, always engaging with friends, family, and even strangers. His warmth, kindness and humor made him a joy to be around.
John had a...
Kim Louise Eha
Jan 2, 2025
Age 69 of Roseville, passed away on January 2, 2025.
Preceded in death by husband, Doug; father, Thomas McPherson.
Survived by children, Tina (Paul) Jewett, Brett (Buffie and her son Alex), Courtney (Emiliano) Morales; grandchildren, Carson T. Jewett, Roman and Isabelle Morales; mother, Roberta “Bobbie” McPherson; brother, Tom (Kelly) McPherson; nieces, nephews, additional family and friends.
Celebration of Life 4-7 PM Friday, January 10...
Sharon A. Jacobson
Jan 1, 2025
Sharon A. Jacobson (Poechmann) (nee Merth) age 80, died peacefully at home with family on January 1, 2025.
She is preceded in death by her parents, Bernard and Marion (Murphy) Merth; along with many pets, relatives, and friends.
Sharon grew up on the Eastside of St. Paul and graduated from Johnson High School. As a divorced parent, through a government program, she...
Ralph R. Davies
Jan 1, 2025
Age 81, of St. Paul, passed away peacefully on January 1, 2025.
Preceded in death by wife, Lynn.
Survived by three nieces; one nephew; and friends.
Memorial visitation 2:00 - 3:00 pm Thursday, January 16 at Mueller-Bies Funeral Home (Roseville), 2130 N. Dale St. at County Rd. B followed by a memorial service at 3:00 pm.
Arlene J. Olson (Engwer)
Dec 31, 2024
Age 91, of Lino Lakes.
Passed away on December 31, 2024, surrounded by family.
Preceded in death by husband, Earl; son, Gary; daughter-in-law, Erika; son-in-law, Tom; parents, Fred & Leah Engwer; siblings, John, Ken, Don, & Helen; and dear friend, Shirley.
Survived by children, Doug, Diane (Keith) Meek, & Terri (Dan) Zastrow; daughter-in-law, Sue; grandchildren, Chad, Maria, Josh, & Ryan; nine great-grandchildren; four...
Thomas Richard Schaefer
Dec 29, 2024
Thomas Richard Schaefer passed away unexpectedly at the age of 63 in his home in St. Paul, Minnesota.
Preceded in death by his parents, Richard and Marlene; and brothers, Paul and Greg.
He is survived by his sister, Val (Jeff) McMorrow; brothers, Ron and Rick (Kelly); and many nieces, nephews, and friends.
Throughout his life, Tom was known for his gentle spirit. He...
Fr. Thomas P. Fitzgerald
Dec 29, 2024
Fr. Tom Fitzgerald, age 84, passed away December 29, 2024.
Preceded in death by his parents, Thomas and Anna; sister, Kathleen Thelen; and brother, Michael Fitzgerald.
Survived by brother-in-law, Richard Thelen; sister-in-law, Yvonne Fitzgerald; many nieces, nephews, cousins, fellow priests and other religious; and friends.
Following his ordination in 1966, Fr. Tom served the following parishes; St. Paul Cathedral, St. Michael in Stillwater,...
Rev. Carl P. Vaagenes
Dec 29, 2024
Rev. Carl Philip Vaagenes, age 97, passed away on Sunday, December 29, 2024. He was born on December 23, 1927, in Betroka, Madagascar to Rev. Morris and Hanna Vaagenes who served there as Lutheran missionaries. His brother Morris was born 2 years later, followed by sisters Adelaide and Lois. His sisters died in early childhood in Betroka.
Carl and Morris attended...
Louis Randolph Lentsch
Dec 26, 2024
Louis “Lou” Randolph Lentsch passed away peacefully surrounded by family in his Maplewood home on December 26th, 2024 at the age of 66.
Lou is survived by his wife of 37 years, Jean, who built a beautiful and faith-filled life with him and their three sons, August (Mollie), Ehren (Catherine), and Peter. He is survived by his 10 charming grandchildren, Mary...
Phyllis S. Scheerer
Dec 25, 2024
Age 88, of St. Paul, passed away peacefully on December 25, 2024.
Preceded in death by first husband, John Wasiluk; second husband, Walter Scheerer; parents, Louis & Phyllis Raehsler; brother, John Raehsler; half-sister, Bonnie Torning; and half-brother, Dick Grace.
Survived by children, Bob (Suzanne) Wasiluk, Rick (Jane) Wasiluk, Lynn (Rich) Reed; grandchildren; and great-grandchildren.
At Mounds View High School, Phyllis took up acting....
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